[Working] Key code needed for push button 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix

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Blackbelt
Member since August 2022 • 113 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix

Posted on December 05, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1116 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 06, 2024

Replies (6)

Ironwill
Member • 136 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix!

December 06, 2024 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 125 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix's mystery code.

December 07, 2024 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 73 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.

December 08, 2024 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 95 posts

I have a 2011 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix, will this method work for that year?

December 09, 2024 Reply
Betamax
Member • 140 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.

December 10, 2024 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 84 posts

My 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

December 11, 2024 Reply

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